Technical Operations Manager - Killingholme

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Good news: our Killingholme Compound is recruiting for a Technical Operations Manager

At the heart of our business, you will lead our Mechanical and Bodyshop teams, driving safe, efficient, and high-quality repair and maintenance operations. You will manage workshop performance, develop skilled technicians, and ensure exceptional standards of quality, productivity, and customer service are consistently achieved.

• Lead and develop Mechanical and Bodyshop teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.
• Oversee daily workshop performance, ensuring productivity, quality, and customer targets are achieved.
• Drive continuous improvement, introducing best practices and technical innovations.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality, and ISO standards.
• Manage departmental resources, budgets, equipment, and supplier relationships.
• Monitor performance, analyse key metrics, and drive operational excellence through effective reporting.

We're looking for a strong technical leader with a proven track record in automotive workshop operations and team management.

You will have:

• City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification in Automotive Mechanics, Vehicle Maintenance, or Repair.
• Proven experience managing mechanical repair and workshop operations within the automotive industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, repair processes, and quality standards.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing workshop teams.
• Sound knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance within a workshop environment.
• Experience with Lean methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and business management systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality standards would be advantageous.

• Excellent organisational skills, including workflow planning, resource allocation, and capacity management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify efficiencies and improve operational performance.
• Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on delivering high levels of quality, safety, and customer service.

• The opportunity to develop within a structured, stable organisation, with robust processes that encourage innovation and continuous improvement.
• Work in a friendly, collaborative environment where mutual support is at the heart of professional relationships.
• Benefit from opportunities for professional development and skills enhancement within a large, well-established group.